Parks
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Storytime With Animals
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Learn about what flies, slithers, hops and walks through nature with stories read by MacKenzie Center naturalists and explore the lives of animals in the wildlife area.
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Mussels of the St .Croix
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The St. Croix River is home to more than 40 species of freshwater mussels, making it one of the most abundant collections of these unsung creatures! Drop by the Ice Age Center to learn about the importance of these mollusks, their role in healthy…
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Marsh Monday
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The Black River Marsh is a unique habitat filled with many forms of wildlife. Join naturalist Phyllis McKenzie for an exploration with scoopers and basins to discover the living secrets of the marsh.
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Evening Story Time
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A local children's librarian will share animal stories by the campfire at the amphitheater.
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Raptor 101
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Join Abbey and Joe Krumrie from River Valley Raptors for an interactive program with live raptors.
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K-9 Search & Rescue
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Join human and K-9 members of Great Lakes Search & Rescue to learn how their specially trained dogs assist in locating missing persons and recovering evidence.
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Pothole Trail Guided Hike
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Join the park naturalist on a hike back in time to learn about the geology of Interstate and how the unique terrain and characteristics of the St. Croix Valley came to be.
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Steve Keller’s Traveling Snake Show
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Learn about the habitat of native Wisconsin snakes, such as bull, fox and timber rattlesnakes.
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Wilderness Days
This event was started in 1992 as a way for the members of Newport Wilderness Society, the park’s official friends’ group, to showcase their beautiful park.
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Star Splitters Astronomy Program
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Star Splitters host programs with presentations and telescope viewings.